About
El Fant - Cafe & Bar in Helsinki offers a diverse mix of experiences that cater to a variety of moods and occasions. Whether you're meeting friends for a casual coffee, enjoying a family dinner, or seeking some quiet solo time, you'll find a suitable spot here. Known for its delicious coffee brewed from Finnish Coffee Roasters, El Fant also delights with an array of natural wines, craft beers, and expertly crafted cocktails. The menu spans from brunch to dinner, with various vegetarian, vegan, and organic options available.
The atmosphere is a blend of fashionably cozy and quietly exquisite, enhanced by live music performances that elevate your dining experience. Visitors appreciate the stylish interior, quick service, and the friendly vibe that welcomes everyone, including the LGBTQ community. Whether you're sipping a cappuccino on the outdoor seating or indulging in a slice of cake indoors, El Fant promises a delightful escape, popular among both tourists and locals.
Price
Meals
Branch, Lunch, Dinner
Services
Takeaway, Reservations available, Outdoor seating, Dine-in
Dietary options
Vegan options, Vegetarian options, Organic options
Offering
Serving alcohol, Serving desserts, Small plates, Serving cocktails, Serving beer, Serving wine, Serving coffee
Payment
Payment by credit card, Payment by debit card, NFC payment
- $$$$
- Branch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Reservations available
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Organic options
- Serving alcohol
- Serving desserts
- Small plates
- Serving cocktails
- Serving beer
- Serving wine
- Serving coffee
- Payment by credit card
- Payment by debit card
- NFC payment
- Fashionably
- Quietly
- Casual
- Exquisitely
- Cozy
- Family dinner
- Meet up with friends
- Solo dining
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible toilet
- Kid-friendly
- High chairs available
- Pets allowed
- Pets allowed outside
- Buffet
- Free Wi-Fi
- Live music
- Quick service
- Toilet
- Live performances
- Welcomes LGBTQ
- Popular with tourists
- Popular with students
Menu
Dishes and Beverages
Discover the standout dishes and unique drinks that define El Fant - Cafe & Bar menu.
- Cakes
- Cappuccino
- Latte
- Tea
- Wine
How to get here?
The nearest public transport options for your convenience.
Reviews and Ratings
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- Food: 5
- Service: 4
- Atmosphere: 5
A decent café nearby the Senate Square, vibrant colours in the cafe offering coffees, matcha, and hojicha drinks 😋 The raspberry lemon cake is delicious, fillings are just nice and not too sweet. This cafe can be busy with tourists so prepared to wait for an available table.

- Food: 5
- Service: 5
- Atmosphere: 5
Just came for coffee/drinks, but they were delicious! Iced americano was very good, and they provide cream/milk as well as sweeteners for coffee drinks. Nice seating with lots of space, lighting and atmosphere very nice.

- Food: 5
- Service: 5
- Atmosphere: 5
A really nice place, I keep wanting to come back again and again. They have a great selection of drinks, including some you don’t find anywhere else in Helsinki, plus delicious cakes and pastries! I haven’t had the chance to try their savoury options during brunch yet, but I definitely will one day
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